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abarnes

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The branch of the autonomic nervous system that controls vegetative functions such as digestion of food, is the:
 
  a. Sympathetic
  b. Somatic
  c. Central
  d. Parasympathetic

Question 2

Which of the following is a basic function of the respiratory system?
 
  A) To provide olfactory sensations B) To produce sounds
  C) To provide a large area for gas exchange D) All of the above



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Answer to Question 1

d
Rationale: a. The sympathetic branch is the opposite of the parasympathetic and is responsible for stress response.
b. The somatic branch controls voluntary muscular activity.
c. The central nervous systemconsists of the brain and spinal cord.
d. Correct.

Answer to Question 2

D



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